In 2017, I had a root canal on my top right second molar. Earlier this year, I felt pain in the tooth on and off, and now it hurts daily. The pain is not intense but uncomfortable enough to interfere with eating. And sometimes, I take ibuprofen to calm it. Is it too late for […]
Is Saving My Last Few Teeth Worth It?
I have three healthy teeth left. After scheduling consultations with three dentists, they all say I would be more satisfied with a complete upper denture than a partial denture. Although the dentists are leaving the decision up to me, I am unsure what to do. I’m not much of a social person, so I don’t […]
What Is Making My Porcelain Crowns Turn Yellow?
Six months ago, I found a cosmetic dentist to bleach my teeth Hollywood white. I waited until the color settled to be sure my teeth were super white. Then I asked him to replace five crowns on my upper front teeth plus one implant crown to match my whitened teeth. When the crowns arrived, the […]
How long should a new dental crown hurt?
In mid-July my dentist prepared my cracked lower left molar for a crown. The temporary crown did not fit well. It hurt and was sensitive to cold. My dentist placed the permanent crown in mid-August, but it hurt from the first day. I returned to the office for my dentist to look at the crown. […]
I asked for a gold tooth crown, but got junk metal instead
A local dentist advertised a discount on gold teeth crowns. In March, I went to the office for a consultation and found I could save $400 over the price quotes I had from other dentists. In mid-August, I got the crown. After getting the crown, I felt some normal sensitivity, but the sensitivity increased, and […]
I regret getting a partial denture
After spending $1200 for an upper partial denture, I regret not getting dental implants. I can see in some pictures that when I smile, depending on the lighting, the metal shines like silverware. It is so embarrassing. Now I am self-conscious. I have asked my dentist this question and got a negative response from him. […]